Expect some reduction in appetite control during the switch
These medications are generally considered a long term, potentially lifelong treatment, as Yet, 32% of people who begin taking GLP-1 weight loss medications stop within a year due to several reasons, including the high cost and severity of side effects
Additionally, some research suggests that certain probiotic strains may influence metabolic parameters, including glucose metabolism and weight managementoutcomes that align with the therapeutic goals of GLP-1 treatment
Advantages include established relationship and familiarity with your medical history, coordination with your overall healthcare, ability to manage routine prescriptions and monitoring, and often shorter wait times than specialists
In the UK, Wegovy is prescribed through specialist weight management services according to NICE guidelines
The high rate of GLP-1 discontinuation may also reflect shortages